Some Georgia-Pacific jobs to be saved
Georgia-Pacific had originally planned to lay-off more than 400 employees, but thanks to the success of two pilot programs 125 people still have jobs.
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How long will it take to get there if I order it online?
Santa can’t deliver all the presents, so thank goodness for shipping companies.
But shippers won’t guarantee delivery by Christmas for much longer. If you’re behind on your holiday shopping you’re not completely out of luck, but you better get crackin’ fast.
Mail volume up during holidays
It’s crunch time at the post office. Nationwide, today is considered one of the busiest shipping days of the year.
Christian Academy students making the holidays brighter for a local family
It is better to give than to receive, that is the lesson some area elementary school students are learning.
Mattel to abide by stricter standards
Toy giant Mattel has agreed to follow stricter safety standards regarding lead content in it’s toys.
Natural gas rates to possibly go down
Piedmont Natural Gas Company today filed for a reduction in its billing rates for customers in North and South Carolina.
School is back is session at Malpass Elementary
The sign in front of Malpass Corner Elementary School said it all, welcoming students back Monday, nine days after investigators say a 10-year-old student set a fire in a boy’s bathroom.
2 NC teens held after Klan-like hoods displayed
Two teens are being held by police after a school custodian found white, Klan-like hoods displayed at a North Carolina high school.
NC woman killed, daughter wounded in shooting
Charlotte police say a man has killed his girlfriend and shot at two of her teenage children in their home.
Road signs disappearing in Madison County
Madison County officials, emergency personnel and local residents are dealing with an increase in stolen road name signs.
Talented Salvation Army bell ringer bringing holiday cheer with music
You have probably seen the Salvation Army’s bell ringers around town, but you may not have met one volunteer who uses another talent to ring up donations.
International Paper to cut jobs by the end of the year
International Paper plans to cut up to 1,500 jobs by the end of next year. The Tennessee-based company will cut mostly salaried positions.
18th century style holiday at the Burgwin-Wright House
Wilmington residents went back in time for a taste of Christmas. The Burgwin-Wright House opened its doors Sunday to the public for an 18th century style holiday.
Fewer Pet Adoptions
The weak economy is not only affecting people, it’s hurting animals too. Shelters are packed because few people are able to adopt.
Wrightsville Beach School Break In
Wrightsville Beach detectives are investigating vandalism at a local school.
Swimming Scuba Santa
Santa was swimming in the giant tank with all the sharks and fish at the Ft. Fisher Aquarium.
Charities Suffering this Holiday Season
‘Tis the season for charitable donations. But the Salvation Army and area churches say it’s been the slowest season in more than a decade.
Wilmington Railroad Museum home to Christmas readings
Mom and dad had a little break from bed time stories this evening. They brought their kids to the Wilmington Railroad Museum for a special Christmas tale.
Suspicious letter intercepted
The U.S. Postal Service intercepted a suspicious letter heading to Governor Easley.
Easley’s office confirmed that our state is one of 36 states that have found letters containing suspicious powder.